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Signalperson - Electrician

Req ID
2025-29825
Dept
Boston Police Department
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Frontage Road
Salary Min
79,887.18
Salary Max
111,190.10
Union
SU4
Openings
1
Posting End Date
10/23/2025
Contact Email
clarence.thompson@pd.boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment.

 

Under the supervision of the Director of Signal Service, this position will be assigned to the Electrical Maintenance Section.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for performing skilled electrical repair, maintenance, installation, and alteration of all electrical appliances, equipment, lines, and related accessories, which could be up to 600 volts, in all Boston Police Department Buildings.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have a Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician’s License and a Valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator License. 
  • It is strongly preferred that applicants have an F-1 fire alarm license and can work with generators.  
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

 

CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK REQUIRED

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

 

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/RL1-19

Hours per week: 40

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